Timothy E. Gillissie, 42, of Tilden Avenue, Newport, was charged Feb. 3 with felony assault and domestic vandalism. According to police, officers were dispatched to Conanicus Avenue following a complaint from the victim. Police Chief Ed Mello says the assault charge was upgraded to a felony because it was Gillissie’s third offense. He has two previous convictions. The charge for domestic vandalism stems from Gillissie allegedly damaging a TV stand at the scene. Gillissie was transported to the police station where he was processed and arraigned before a judge. A court date was scheduled for Feb. 3.